Exploring teachers’ risk perception, self-efficacy and disease prevention measures during the outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus disease in Taiwan

Tang, Jing-Jou; Chen, Chien Liang; Lin, Chih Hao; Feng, Jui Ying

doi:10.1016/j.jiph.2020.12.021

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“…However, using hand sanitizer and disinfection of workplaces daily was lower than levels perceived by our teachers. (Tang et al, 2021 ).…”

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“…The high implementation rate of Taiwanese teachers’ disease prevention measures came from their higher risk perceptions (Tang et al, 2021 ). Preventive behavior and risk perceptions have been studied in various populations, namely in Turkish health care workers (Arslanca et al, 2021 ), university students (Vande Velde et al, 2021 ; Mant et al, 2021 ), and Australian adults (Seale et al, 2020 ).…”

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Perceptions of teachers towards COVID appropriate behaviors for school children in coastal South India

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COVID appropriate behavioral measures need to be followed once school reopens. School teachers being in the forefront could substantiate the feasibility of suggested safety measures. This study aimed to assess teachers’ perceptions towards COVID appropriate behaviors for children with school reopening and compare their mean scores between public versus private schools and across school boards. We conducted an observational school-based study of teachers over two months. Perceptions were scored using a five-point Likert symmetric agree to disagree scale. Results were expressed as proportions and analyzed using an independent sample t-test. Of the 547 teachers surveyed, most (> 90%) agreed to the suggested social distancing and hygiene measures. There was a significant difference in perception scores between private versus public schools and across boards regarding i) reducing the academic syllabus, ii) adopting a cloud-based system to integrate online-offline learning, and iii) conducting meetings online. In addition, measures such as i) teaching classes on alternate days with a limited number of children, ii) arranging benches/desks to maintain six feet distance between students, iii) dealing with psychological stress by counselors, and iv) arrangement with local hospitals for medical services were significant statistically across school boards. To conclude, most schoolteachers agreed with the need for social distancing and hygiene measures for children. There was a significant difference in perceptions between public versus private schools and across boards regarding academic syllabus, integration of online-offline student learning, number of children per class, the timing of classes, student seating arrangement, and medical/psychological guidance availability.

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“…However, using hand sanitizer and disinfection of workplaces daily was lower than levels perceived by our teachers. (Tang et al, 2021 ).…”

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“…This is in agreement with a study conducted in Taiwan where 16% of high school teachers separate their students. 35 The reason for this could be the teachers might not have taken awareness and did not take training on COVID-19 prevention guideline before the reopening of schools. The other possible reason the shortage of class room which may hinder implementing the recommended number of students to attend the class.…”

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Risk Perception and Behavioral Response of Teachers to COVID-19 in Southern Ethiopia, 2021

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Girma²,

Shewangizaw³

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Introduction Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious illness which was first identified in Wuhan China. The mode of transmission of COVID-19 is mainly from person-to-person by respiratory transmission and from contact with contaminated surfaces. Teachers may have a significant higher number of social interactions than other professions, putting them at greater risk of contracting the virus. Objective The aim of this study was to assess the risk perception and behavioral response of teachers to COVID-19 in Gamo zone, Southern Ethiopia. Methods The study was conducted in Gamo zone from February to march, 2021. An Institution-based-cross sectional study design was employed and multi stage sampling technique was utilized to select 634 study participants. The data were collected using Kobo collect survey tool through interviewer administered questionnaire. The data were analyzed by SPSS version 25. Both bivariable and multivariable logistic regression models were fitted to identify factor associated with risk perception and behavioral response. Odds ratio with 95% confidence interval was computed to determine the level of significance; in multivariable analysis, variables with a P value less than 0.05 with 95% confidence interval were considered as statistically significant. Results About 79.1% and 75.1% of the teachers had high risk perception and good protective behavior, respectively. Having children ((AOR=1.84, 95% CI: 1.15–2.94), COVID-19 update (AOR=3.7, 95% CI: 1.66–8.59) and good protective behavior (AOR= 1.98, 95% CI: 1.18–3.34) were associated with high risk perception. On the other hand, educational status (AOR=9.42, 95% CI: 4.94–17.96) and availability of personal protective equipment (AOR=5.85, 95CI:2.27–15.02) were associated with good protective behavior. Conclusion Although majority of the teachers had good protective behavior, some protective measures were not frequently adopted. There were few individuals who had low risk perception; this could be a potential cause for the occurrence of school outbreak. Therefore, the stakeholder should provide adequate resource and training on COVID-19 to enhance their risk perception and to promote adoption of protective methods.

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“…Public health and COVID-19 preparation might be significantly enhanced by adopting positive attitudes and following limitation measures [19], [21], [23], [24]. Finally, in reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare personnel from all over the world offered to assist hospitals, providing vital support to hospital operations and patient care in healthcare systems [25], [26].…”

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Awareness, risk perceptions, and academic performance toward COVID-19 among undergraduate nursing students

Elgazzar¹

2022

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Background: This research is carried out to assess awareness, risk perception, and academic performance toward COVID-19 among undergraduate nursing students Design and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the nursing college of Qassim University from 5 March to 20 April 2020. A self-administered online survey made available on particular social media was used for the study. This study had 190 students in total. Results: The findings revealed that the majority of students had good Knowledge of COVID, that 53.7% of them described high perceived academic performance, and the level of risk perception was 51.6% of the students reported moderate risk perception regarding COVID. Additionally, the high-knowledge student nurses displayed moderate academic performance (r =0.377, p=<0.001). Moreover, students with higher academic performance also showed lower risk perception (r= -0.216, p=0.003) Conclusion: Our research indicated that Saudi Arabia's future frontline healthcare workers, nursing students, demonstrated a high degree of understanding, risk perception, and academic achievement toward COVID-19. When employing suitable preventative measures to stop the spread of the disease, it is also crucial to update the student's Knowledge of the diagnosis and case treatment of COVID-19.

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Exploring teachers’ risk perception, self-efficacy and disease prevention measures during the outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus disease in Taiwan

Cited by 8 publications

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Perceptions of teachers towards COVID appropriate behaviors for school children in coastal South India

Perceptions of teachers towards COVID appropriate behaviors for school children in coastal South India

Risk Perception and Behavioral Response of Teachers to COVID-19 in Southern Ethiopia, 2021

Awareness, risk perceptions, and academic performance toward COVID-19 among undergraduate nursing students

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